Finding Optel: A Cape Town Teen’s Search for a Dog Unravels a Family Mystery

South African cinema continues to shine with Finding Optel, a poignant coming-of-age mystery that premiered internationally at the BFI London Film Festival on October 18, 2025. Co-directed by siblings Mikayla Joy Brown and Jesse Brown, the film blends quirky detective storytelling with emotional depth, tackling themes of grief, memory, and resilience.  A Lost Dog, A […]

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Iyanu: The Age of Wonders Showmax Release

Africa’s first original animated superhero series, Iyanu: The Age of Wonders, is officially set to premiere on Showmax on 26 September 2025. This is after making waves earlier this year on Cartoon Network (CN). The series is based on Roye Okupe’s groundbreaking graphic novel Iyanu: Child of Wonder. And it has already drawn attention worldwide […]

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Kabiyesi: By Birth Or By Blood (2025) – A Showmax Original

Set in the 16th century Oyo Empire, Kabiyesi is a historical drama inspired by the reign of Orompoto, the only recorded female Alaafin of Oyo. The story follows Princess Aderiyife, the beloved daughter of King Adegoke, who has grown up knowing that her father’s kingdom will one day be ruled by a worthy successor—one chosen […]

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Under The Influence, A Showmax Original

Under the Influence is a 2025 Nigerian limited series that premiered exclusively on Showmax on January 24, 2025. It is directed and written by Wande Thomas, with contributions from writers Isoken Ogiemwonyi, Nengi Diri, Mannie Oiseomaye, and Nicole Chikwe. The series follows Dami (played by Iremide Adeoye), a fresh university graduate navigating life in Lagos. […]

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The Wait Is Over: Real Housewives Of Lagos Back Jan 12

Get ready for glitz, glamour, and all the drama as The Real Housewives of Lagos returns for its highly anticipated third season, premiering January 12. Fans of the hit reality show can look forward to another season filled with opulent lifestyles, sizzling friendships, and unfiltered moments from Lagos’ most fabulous women. The show, which quickly […]

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